{"product_id":"k336-31ft-miss-supertest-inspired-wooden-racing-runabout-custom-build-consultation-deposit","title":"31ft \"Miss Supertest\" Inspired Wooden Racing Runabout | Custom Build Consultation Deposit","description":"Miss Supertest I and II represent the early \"golden age\" of unlimited hydroplanes, featuring long, sleek mahogany hulls reinforced with aluminum alloy to withstand the violent forces of high-speed racing. Miss Supertest II, at 31 feet long, showcased an evolved \"three-point\" design that allowed the boat to ride on a pocket of air, touching the water at only three small contact points. This combination of traditional wood craftsmanship and aerospace-inspired aerodynamics made these vessels the most formidable machines on the water during the late 1950s. Our workshop builds faithful recreations using premium marine Mahogany, Western Red Cedar, and Teak-reinforced with fiberglass cloth and sealed with high-grade marine epoxy. Each boat is handcrafted using traditional plank-on-frame methods, finished with multiple coats of marine spar varnish to achieve deep gloss and long-lasting protection. The interior is updated with modern marine-grade vinyls while retaining the period-correct aesthetic and polished hardware. Typical build time ranges from 4-6 months depending on the specific model and structural requirements. General Characteristics: - High-strength African Mahogany and marine plywood hull construction - Authentic \"three-point\" hydroplane lift geometry (on Version II) - Minimalist single-seat cockpit with mechanical period-correct gauges - Custom engine bay designed for Rolls-Royce Griffon or Merlin V-12 powerplants Dimension: - Original Designer: Jim Thompson - Length Overall (LOA): 31ft - Beam: Approx. 10.5 ft - Draft: Very shallow (hydroplane design) - Seating capacity: 1 pilot (pure racing configuration) Performance \u0026amp; Use: Designed for breaking records and high-stakes competition, the early Miss Supertest models are the ultimate choice for collectors of racing heritage. With the deafening roar of a V-12 engine and a massive \"rooster-tail\" spray, these recreations deliver a powerful, visceral experience, making them the centerpiece of any prestigious classic boat show or high-speed demonstration. Disclaimer: This boat was designed by Jim Thompson. Wooden Boat USA is not affiliated with or endorsed by him or his company.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Miss Supertest legacy began in 1950 when the Thompson family acquired the former Miss Canada IV and renamed it Miss Supertest I. While this initial version served as a vital testing bed for the massive Rolls-Royce Griffon engine, it was the successor, Miss Supertest II, that truly shocked the racing world. Launched in 1954 and designed by Les Staudacher, Miss Supertest II became a world-record breaker, famously setting a world water speed record of 184.494 mph in 1957. This first generation of \"Supertests\" proved that a Canadian team could compete with-and eventually surpass-the dominant American hydroplanes of the era.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OMHUSA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48591723331803,"sku":"K336","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/9610\/9787\/files\/k336-31ft-miss-supertest-inspired-wooden-racing-runabout-custom-build-consultation-deposit-l01.jpg?v=1776089306","url":"https:\/\/allshipmodels.com\/products\/k336-31ft-miss-supertest-inspired-wooden-racing-runabout-custom-build-consultation-deposit","provider":"allshipmodels","version":"1.0","type":"link"}